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Business Development Coordinator

Okoboji Motor Company, Spirit Lake, IA, United States


Okoboji Motor Company is seeking a motivated and energetic Business Development Coordinator to join our high-performing dealership team. If you enjoy working with people, responding to online inquiries, setting appointments, and being part of a fast-paced sales environment — this is your opportunity to grow within the automotive industry. This role is the critical first connection between our dealership and our customers. You will manage internet leads, inbound calls, text messaging conversations, and appointment scheduling for both our GM and Toyota brands. No prior automotive experience required — we provide paid training and clear career growth paths into Sales or Management.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive hourly pay + performance-based bonuses

Paid training

401(k) with company match

Medical & dental insurance

Paid time off

Employee vehicle purchase program

Flexible work schedule

Family-owned and operated dealership

Long-term job stability

Growth opportunities into Sales Consultant or Management roles

Saturday lunches

Health & wellness benefits

What You’ll Do

Lead Management & Appointment Setting

Respond immediately to internet leads, phone inquiries, and live chat conversations

Make outbound follow-up calls and text messages to prospective customers

Set qualified sales appointments for the showroom floor

Confirm appointments and re-engage no-shows

Maintain strong follow-up cadence for unsold prospects

Customer Communication

Provide accurate information about vehicles, pricing, availability, and dealership processes

Introduce financing options and guide customers through next steps

Deliver exceptional customer service via phone, email, and text messaging

Represent Okoboji Motor Company with professionalism and urgency

CRM & Process Accountability

Log all activities daily in the dealership CRM system

Maintain strong lead response times and follow established BDC scripts

Work closely with Sales Managers and Sales Consultants to ensure smooth handoff

Support marketing and social media efforts when needed

Qualifications

Customer service, retail sales, hospitality, or call center experience preferred

Strong phone skills and ability to build rapport quickly

Comfortable making outbound calls

High-energy, positive attitude

Organized with strong follow-up discipline

Comfortable working with CRM systems, email, text platforms, and multiple computer screens

Team-oriented and coachable

Must pass background check and drug screening

Why Okoboji Motor Company?
At Okoboji Motor Company, we are committed to delivering a modern, technology-driven dealership experience across our GM and Toyota brands. We invest in our employees and promote from within. Your growth matters here. Many of our Sales Consultants and Managers began their careers in our BDC department. If you want more than just a job — and you want a career path — we want to meet you.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Okoboji Motor Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Pre-employment background check, drug screening, and valid driver’s license required.

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